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  • Our Practice
    • About Our Practice
    • What Sets Us Apart
    • Meet Dr. Speaks
    • Meet Our Team
    • Community Involvement
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      • Two-Phase Treatment
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What are Gap Bands and will They Fix Your Teen’s Teeth?

Gap bands are a new homemade orthodontic device designed for repairing dental malocclusions. However, this DIY orthodontic treatment can be dangerous — the wrong amount of pressure on the roots of teeth can lead to more problems than before.

Our orthodontist will supply patients with elastics or bands to help repair dental misalignments. They are nontoxic materials and are specially designed for attaching to the wires and brackets of braces.

How Can Speaks Orthodontics Help?

Dr. Speaks believes that the patient should be fully aware of their diagnosis, their treatment, and their progress throughout treatment. At Speaks Orthodontics, we arm the patients with knowledge which allows them to be involved in the treatment decisions.

All treatment plans are based on the patient’s’ unique needs and desires. These are determined by the analysis and diagnosis of the pre-treatment records and pre-treatment consultation and interview. We offer different types of orthodontic treatment, including:

  • Aceleent
  • PROPEL®
  • Traditional metal braces
  • Ceramic braces
  • Invisalign®

Our practice will work with you every step of the way to make sure that your orthodontic care is as rewarding as possible. We utilize the latest technology and offer a variety of safe and gentle treatment options designed to give you the customized, individual care you deserve.

patient testimonials

Our patients are stoked about their new smiles

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annie M.
Dr. Speaks and team have been so wonderful throughout the process of my Spark Aligners! They are incredibly consistent and compassionate. The staff has always been so welcoming and kind - always taking the time to answer any questions I have and making each appointment feeling personable and not rushed. I'm so grateful for the team and smile with confidence these days.
Leila
I went in for a free consultation for jaw pain. Dr. Speaks was incredibly thorough and spent time patiently explaining what he was seeing and teaching me how to treat it. Turns out I do not need orthodontia! The front desk staff were very nice and Dalia, who is the treatment coordinator, was also very kind. 10/10 from me!

Oh, and my grandson is being treated by Dr. Speaks and he and his parents are very happy so far.
Ryan B.
Fixed my uneven teeth and midlign with sparks aligners. Great staff and reception!
Natasha G.
I love Speaks Orthodontics. I came to them as an adult getting braces for the first time and am very happy with the results! They’re always fast, kind, professional, honest, and effective!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Natasha! It's wonderful to hear that your experience with us has been positive. We strive for excellent care and quick service. Your satisfaction means a lot to our team!
Kinnari W.
Very happy with my experience with Dr. Speaks and his staff! I needed a tooth extracted due to crowding, and after 1.5 years of treatment, my smile looks perfect. You can’t even tell a tooth was removed—there’s no gap at all. I truly appreciate the care, attention to detail, and great results. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! It's fantastic to hear how pleased you are with your results and the care you received. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping others achieve their perfect smiles!
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  • 3141 Irving St. #201
    Denver, CO 80211
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  • Monday - Thursday / 8:30am - 4:00pm
    Friday / Based on Availability

3141 Irving St. #201
Denver, CO 80211

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